2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (198 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 203 kg more than 2013 Acura ILX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Buick Rainier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2013 Acura ILX | |
Make | Buick | Acura |
Model | Rainier | ILX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1794 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |